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Statler’s Fun Center
Statler’s Fun Center offers fun in the sun
for the entire family
by
Karen Fetter
Looking for something fun
to do this summer? Visit Statler’s Fun Center
located at 407 Frye Farm Road in Greensburg for
some outdoor excitement. There is everything
from driving ranges and mini golf to paint ball
and go-karts. It’s fun for the entire family.
In 1949 Statler’s Fun Center started out as a
farm. Located along the original Lincoln Highway
before Route 30 was built, it proved the perfect
location for a business. The Statler’s Fun
Center has always been a part of the family and
the Westmoreland County community. It began as a
driving range and golf course. Then it evolved
through the years to what it is today. In 1994,
Nancy and Scott Statler took over the facility
and added the go-kart track. The arcade was
added in 1996 and the miniature golf course in
2002.
Statler’s Fun Center has a variety of activities
that customers can participate in. The facility
offers go karts, an arcade, paint ball, a
driving range, miniature golf, and parties.
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The arcade and snack shop gets customers out of
the sun and into an air-conditioned area with
snacks and drinks. There is fresh-baked pizza,
ice cream, and soda pop available when customers
are ready for a break. This is also the location
where parties are held. Standard party packages
include one go-kart ride, one round of miniature
golf, a bucket of balls at the driving range,
pizza, soft drinks, and an ice cream cake.
Parties can also include paint ball or can be
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The go kart track is one of the largest tracks
in the area measuring at 1528 feet long with a
double over-and-under bridge. There are three
types of karts available to rent: a single,
double, and pro. A single kart is for a person
57” tall or at least 10 years old. A double kart
is for smaller children who can ride with an
adult. Children still must be at least 36” tall
to ride in the kart. A pro kart is for a driver
who wants the next level. This kart requires a
valid driver’s license. |
Paint ball is another option that many customers
love to experience. Paint ball can be
exhilarating for first timers as well as for the
experienced. Paint ball is open to the public
every Sunday from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. Other paint
ball times and parties much be reserved in
advanced. Participants must be at least 10 years
of age. Packages include a gun rental, full
coverage rental goggles, CO2, 100 premium
paintballs, a game referee, and field
instructions. There are also camouflage jump
suit outfits available for rental. If
participants have their own supplies they can
just pay the field fee for the length of time
desired. There are four different playing fields
on 12 acres of land.
The Driving Range allows golfers the chance to
improve their game by practicing into target
greens and practice sand traps. There are also
natural grass areas available for swinging. Golf
clubs and balls are provided. Personal golf
lessons are available Tuesdays, Thursdays, and
Saturdays by appointment only. Contact Scott
Statler, a PGA professional, to set up your
appointment at 724-539-7805.
And lastly Statler’s Fun Center would not be
complete without the Miniature Golf course. This
elaborate course is different than any other
course in the area. The course includes a
play-through cave with waterfalls, streams, and
beautiful landscaping. “We really think the mini
golf course is something special,” said owner
Nancy Statler. “We played on many courses and
talked to the designer of our favorite to come
up with this design. It’s fun and exciting to
play.”
In the Summer, Statler’s Fun Center is open from
10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Monday through Friday.
Saturday hours are from 10 a.m. to 11 p.m. and
Sunday from 12:30 to 10 p.m. In the Spring and
Fall, opening hours remain the same, but closing
is at dusk. The facility closes from November to
February.
Take advantage of having this great outdoor
park in Westmoreland County and take your next
outing to Statler’s Fun Center.
Call 724-539-7655 or visit
www.statlers.com for more
information.
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